1980 Audi UR vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1980 Audi UR and 1980 Talbot Horizon 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 140 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Talbot Horizon. 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 Talbot Horizon. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Audi | Talbot |
Model | UR | Horizon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |