1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 435 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quintet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
