1981 Audi UR vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | UR | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
