2004 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

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2004 Audi A6 1982 Honda Quintet
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Quintet
Year Released 2004 1982
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2370 mm