2000 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
