2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prizm | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
