1981 Audi UR vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 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 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra 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 1999 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Supra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
