2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1144 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Armada | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
