2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 865 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
