2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. 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 1986 Cadillac Allante. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | Q7 | Allante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |