1984 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
