1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 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 5,513 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 975 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | SL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
