1981 Audi UR vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | UR | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |