1981 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1981 Audi 100 and 1981 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
