1981 Audi UR vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. 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 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Audi UR 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Audi Wartburg
Model UR 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 1981 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1270 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2460 mm


 

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