1981 Audi UR vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 28 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |
