1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Commodore | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2642 mm |
