1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
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 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
