1991 Mini MK VI vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1991 Mini MK VI and 1991 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. 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, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mini MK VI | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | MK VI | Quantum |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |