2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 39 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q5 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
