2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q5 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
