1977 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
