1981 Audi UR vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | UR | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
