2009 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.

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2009 Audi A6 1982 Honda Quintet
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Quintet
Year Released 2009 1982
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2370 mm