1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Sport | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
