1981 Audi UR vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 278 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | UR | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
