2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |