1999 Volkswagen Quantum vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 483 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Quantum | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
