2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 297 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
