1984 Audi 200 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1984 Audi 200 and 1984 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | 200 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |