1981 Audi UR vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 180 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
