1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor 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 154 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Meteor 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.
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1986 Ford Meteor | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Meteor | Q7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3002 mm |