1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Cutlass | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2807 mm |
