2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 156 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model Q7 Corolla
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2410 mm