2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona

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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 1971 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model Q7 Corona
Year Released 2009 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 51 L