1980 Toyota Cressida vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Cressida | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Cressida | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3002 mm |
