1984 Honda Quintet vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 496 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
