1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1116 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 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Quintet | Routan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3078 mm |