2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
