1980 Audi UR vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 210 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 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | UR | NSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
