1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Holden Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Quattro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
