1980 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
