1981 Audi UR vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 514 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | UR | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 97 L |
