1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 420 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2807 mm |
