1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Commodore | A8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
