1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro 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 90 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Quattro | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Quattro | Q5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |