1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 182 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
