2009 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 25 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 626 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |