1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
