1983 Audi UR vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 9 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | UR | 968 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |
