2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 268 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 Citroen C4 (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
