1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Jeep | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |