1978 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 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 | 1210 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
