1990 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 14 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 24 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
