2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1980 Austin Marina
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Marina. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1980 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q5 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
