2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1979 Nissan Laurel. 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 Nissan Laurel. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Laurel. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Laurel 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.

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2007 Audi Q7 1979 Nissan Laurel
Make Audi Nissan
Model Q7 Laurel
Year Released 2007 1979
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1768 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2680 mm