1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Quintet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |