1981 Audi UR vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1992 Subaru SVX is newer by 11 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | UR | SVX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
