2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
