1983 Audi UR vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 20 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 284 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR. 2003 Toyota Crown 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. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
