2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 211 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Q7 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
