2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone 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 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Q7 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |