1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Holden | Audi |
Model | Commodore | TT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 361 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 | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2469 mm |