1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 29 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1055 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Quintet | Equus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3045 mm |