2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
