2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Q7 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |