1994 Ford Probe vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 256 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
