2003 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Laser weights approximately 135 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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
