2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Opel Admiral. 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 1970 Opel Admiral. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Admiral 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 | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Q7 | Admiral |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |