2005 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 281 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 92 Nm |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 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 |
