1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
