2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 928 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Quantum |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |