1980 Audi UR vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 434 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | UR | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |