2011 Audi Q5 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Q5 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
