1981 Audi UR vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 730 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | UR | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3110 mm |
