1981 Audi UR vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 365 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 Toyota Previa. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Previa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
