1982 Audi UR vs. 1997 Opel Frontera

To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 337 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Audi UR 1997 Opel Frontera
Make Audi Opel
Model UR Frontera
Year Released 1982 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1639 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2710 mm


 

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