2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century 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 109 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Toyota Century. 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 1979 Toyota Century. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1979 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
