1981 Audi UR vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 763 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | UR | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
