1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
