1985 Audi 200 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. Both 1985 Audi 200 and 1981 Audi UR are equipped with a 2,144 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | UR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
