2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 276 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q7 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
