2012 Acura ZDX vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 877 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura ZDX | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZDX | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2007 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2560 mm |
