1981 Audi UR vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
