1971 Opel Commodore vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Commodore | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
