2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Q7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 906 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |