2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Laurel. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |