1981 Audi UR vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 390 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
