2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
