2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa 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 1988 Opel Corsa
Make Audi Opel
Model Q7 Corsa
Year Released 2007 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2350 mm