1996 Rover 220 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
