1981 Audi UR vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | UR | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
