1981 Audi UR vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 8 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | UR | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
