1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 305 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1000 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
