2002 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
