1981 Audi UR vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 584 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Audi UR 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Audi Toyota
Model UR Tacoma
Year Released 1981 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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