2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown 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 247 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
