1980 Audi UR vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 78 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
