1983 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 80 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
