2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 Rover Vitesse. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | Q7 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |