1981 Audi UR vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 230 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | UR | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
