2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quantum | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
