1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Audi Q5

To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Toyota Camry 2012 Audi Q5
Make Toyota Audi
Model Camry Q5
Year Released 1983 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1832 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2807 mm


 

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