2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1981 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model Q7 Corolla
Year Released 2007 1981
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2410 mm