1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 705 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Quintet | R8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |