2007 Audi S4 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 30 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
