1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | R8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
