2001 Acura TL vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 595 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | Quintet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |