2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (267 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 Supra. 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 (1,000 Nm) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (358 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
