2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Q7 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
