1987 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 835 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 80 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
