2011 Audi Q5 vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 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 1984 Austin Ambassador. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q5 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2680 mm |
