2011 Audi Q7 vs. 1987 Buick Century

To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.

Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi Q7 1987 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model Q7 Century
Year Released 2011 1987
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 225 HP 125 HP
Torque 550 Nm 220 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5088 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1984 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1737 mm 1364 mm
Wheelbase Size 3002 mm 2662 mm


 

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