2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. 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 1971 Buick Skylark. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
