2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina 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 213 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. 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 1989 Holden Barina. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Q7 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2250 mm |
