1981 Audi UR vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | UR | Frontera |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |