2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
