1981 Audi UR vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 970 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 2005 Kia Carnival 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. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | UR | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
