1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | Q7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |