1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 606 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quintet | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
