1980 Audi UR vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
