1980 Audi UR vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 226 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 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | 965 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
