1975 Saab 99 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 Saab 99. 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 1975 Saab 99. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Saab 99 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 99 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2807 mm |
