1980 Audi UR vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 18 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 205 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 1998 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
