1981 Audi UR vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | UR | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
