1981 Audi UR vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 5 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825i. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 106 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rover 825i. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | UR | 825i |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
