2008 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 25 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |