2004 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
