2011 Audi Q5 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor 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 139 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. 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 1985 Ford Meteor. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q5 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q5 | Meteor |
Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2370 mm |