1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | S4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
