2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie 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 265 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. 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 1986 Nissan Prairie. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Prairie 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
