1982 Audi UR vs. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 398 kg more than 1982 Audi UR.
Because 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1990 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi UR. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1982 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1990 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
