1988 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
