1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 30 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, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Commodore | TT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
