1996 Toyota Picnic vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Picnic | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picnic | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
