1985 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Honda Quintet

To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen CX 1982 Honda Quintet
Make Citroen Honda
Model CX Quintet
Year Released 1985 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2164 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2370 mm


 

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