2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1982 Ford Granada

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada 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 160 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada
Make Audi Ford
Model Q7 Granada
Year Released 2009 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 23.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L