1981 Audi UR vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
