1981 Audi UR vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1211 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | UR | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
