1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 528 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 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Quintet | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
