1986 Ford Orion 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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Orion | A5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |