1986 Toyota Celica vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
