2004 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 131 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 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
