2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
