1983 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
