1981 Audi UR vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | UR | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
