1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Because 1969 Opel 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 1969 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Commodore | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Commodore | Toledo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |