1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 370 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Quintet | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Quintet | Civic |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |