1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alpine A 310. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | UR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
