1984 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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 56 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 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 | 870 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
