1983 Audi UR vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Audi UR. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | UR | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
