2004 Buick Century vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 Buick Century 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 540 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 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Quintet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |