2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Premacy | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
