1982 Audi UR vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 168 kg more than 1982 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | UR | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
