1996 Venturi 400 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
