1981 Audi UR vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 162 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Granada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
