1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 156 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
