1978 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Audi |
| Model | Rancho | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
