1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fairlane | Q7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3002 mm |