1981 Audi UR vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 29 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C8. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | UR | C8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |