1981 Audi UR vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 16 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 72 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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 1997 Honda CRX. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | UR | CRX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
