2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quantum | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
