2010 Audi Q7 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2620 mm |
