1981 Audi UR vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
