1980 Audi UR vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. 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 Oldsmobile 442. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1980 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | UR | 442 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
