1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Commodore | TT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 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 | 1215 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
