1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
