1981 Audi UR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | UR | Touareg |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |