2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 522 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 Citroen C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 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 | 1502 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
