1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 25 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 105 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Quintet | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
