1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri 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:
1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Capri | Q7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3002 mm |