1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 860 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Quintet |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |