1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Rover 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 2600 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
