1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 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 143 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 1976 Mazda 818. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 818 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2807 mm |
