2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 37 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Quantum |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |