1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
