1981 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 80 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
