1981 Audi UR vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 430 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 1978 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | UR | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
