1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Quintet weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Quintet | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Quintet | Megane |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |