1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
