1981 Audi UR vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 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 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 43 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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 1992 Toyota MR2. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
