1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 1995 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 71 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-3 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |