1989 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 112 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
