2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 140 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
