2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 862 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |
