1981 Audi UR vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 17 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 570 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 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | UR | Retona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
