2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
