2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Q7 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
