1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Touareg |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2893 mm |