2008 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 236 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 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Quintet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |