1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
