1983 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. 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 Audi 80. 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 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | UR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
