2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
