1980 Audi Sport vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | Sport | Commodore |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |