2009 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
