1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Golf | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 | 830 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
