1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 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), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ford Cortina | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Cortina | Q7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |