1983 Audi UR vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | 959 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
