1999 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
