1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 132 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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 1978 Honda Accord. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |