1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Quintet | XKR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
