1977 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
