2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 390 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Qashqai | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
