1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac 1000 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | 1000 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2807 mm |