1981 Audi UR vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 465 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | UR | Ranger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |