2007 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 17 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
