Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1982 Quantum.
This reference entry centers on the 1982 Volkswagen Quantum, identified by name and model year in the source material. Because the provided data specifies no body style, platform, engine, or standout mechanical specifications, the vehicle cannot be technically framed beyond its basic designation. The source is likewise silent on where this model year sits within the Quantum’s reliability history and what its service record implies. Researchers will need to consult additional manufacturer or archival documentation to supply those engineering and dependability particulars.
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Quantum of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | GL5 Sedan 2.1L I-5 | 12.00 sec | 18.40 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 1983 | GL5 Sedan 2.1L I-5 | 12.60 sec | 18.80 sec | 100 hp | FWD |
| 1986 | Syncro Wagon 2.2L I-5 | 9.60 sec | 17.00 sec | 110 hp | AWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.