2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Quintet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |