2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Austin Maestro

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. 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 1984 Austin Maestro. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Maestro 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 1984 Austin Maestro
Make Audi Austin
Model Q7 Maestro
Year Released 2009 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 34 L