1983 Audi UR vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | UR | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
