1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 211 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Quintet | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
