1990 Nissan Presea vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Presea | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Presea | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
