2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. 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 Ford Cortina. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
