1986 Toyota Carina vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
