1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, both 1980 Holden Commodore and 1980 Audi 4000 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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 Holden Commodore (269 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Commodore | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
