2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina

To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Audi Q7 1970 Ford Cortina
Make Audi Ford
Model Q7 Cortina
Year Released 2006 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2244 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 87 L