1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 838 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Quintet | DTS |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2936 mm |