1981 Audi UR vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 310 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | UR | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
