1980 Audi UR vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1441 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | UR | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
