1981 Audi UR vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 23 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 620 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 (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | UR | Retona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |