1981 Audi UR vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | UR | V70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |