1981 Audi UR vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | UR | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
