1974 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
