1984 Audi 200 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1984 Audi 200 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 200 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |