1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
