2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1018 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2560 mm |
