1977 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. 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 1977 Plymouth Horizon. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Horizon | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Horizon | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
