1984 Honda Quintet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1291 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quintet | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3165 mm |
