1983 Audi UR vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1983 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 242 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sportage. 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | UR | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
