1994 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1994 Holden Barina and 1994 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 42 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1994 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1994 Holden Barina 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:
1994 Holden Barina | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Barina | Quantum |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |