1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 456 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 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Quintet | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
