1971 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Audi UR
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1980 Audi UR | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | UR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
