2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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 248 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | Q7 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |