1980 Audi Sport vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1982 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Cortina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |