1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS is newer by 17 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 676 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, 2001 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Quintet | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
