1986 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
