1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Quintet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |