1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2842 mm |
