2005 Audi S4 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 29 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
