1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 801 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
