1988 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. 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 1988 Buick Electra. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Electra | Q7 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3002 mm |