1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 750 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
