2002 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 226 kg more than 1995 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 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 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
