2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 86 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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2009 Audi Q5 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |