1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 248 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |