1983 Audi UR vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 382 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 1997 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR. 1997 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | UR | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
