1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
