2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1984 Honda Quintet

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 981 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Captiva 1984 Honda Quintet
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Captiva Quintet
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2370 mm