2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
