2000 Ford Equator vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 16 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 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 224 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, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Equator | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1602 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 984 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2370 mm |
