1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 28 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 203 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Honda Quintet 2012 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Quintet Getz
Year Released 1984 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1602 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2460 mm


 

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