1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Audi UR
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Audi UR were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 144 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 278 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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 1980 Audi 80. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Audi UR | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | UR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
