1983 Audi UR vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1983 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1983 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | UR | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
