1981 Audi UR vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 310 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | UR | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
