2001 Honda Life vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Quantum |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |