1990 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Audi 90.
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 90, 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 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
