1980 Audi Sport vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Sport | Commander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
