2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. 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 1978 Buick Electra. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
