2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1310 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |