1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 19 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 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 560 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 1995 Audi RS2 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, 1995 Audi RS2 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi RS2 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS2 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |