2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 810 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
