1974 Mazda RX-2 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 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-2 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2807 mm |
