1983 Audi UR vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi UR | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | UR | Passat |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |