2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | Q7 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3400 mm |
