1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 294 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Jetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2837 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |