1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1390 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 Q7 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 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
