1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Commodore | Leon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
