1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden 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 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Commodore | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1160 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |