2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 1985 Avanti Avanti
Make Audi Avanti
Model Q7 Avanti
Year Released 2009 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 95 L