1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | V8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
