1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1330 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Touareg |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |