2009 Renault Espace vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 685 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
