1979 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Quantum |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |