1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Golf | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
