2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett 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 443 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. 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 1975 Opel Kadett. 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 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q7 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
