2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | LR3 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
