2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra 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 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
