2011 Audi Q5 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. 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 1975 Volvo 260. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q5 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2660 mm |
