2004 Suzuki Swift vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Swift | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
