1979 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Estate | Q7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |