2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q5 | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
