1977 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 630 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | 1302 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
