1980 Audi UR vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | UR | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
