1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 976 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1981 Audi UR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | UR |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |