2000 Audi R8 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
