1981 Audi UR vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1186 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | UR | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
