1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fairlane | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
