1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 14 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 1995 Audi RS2 and 1981 Audi UR are equipped with a 2,226 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS2 | UR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
