2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Audi Q7 1968 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model Q7 Corona
Year Released 2008 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 1858 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 51 L