1981 Audi UR vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | UR | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
