2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra 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 295 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1574 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. 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 1990 Nissan Micra. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Micra 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 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
