1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 866 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3002 mm |
