2009 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 960 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |