1981 Audi UR vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | UR | 993 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |