1981 Audi UR vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | UR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
