2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Q7 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
