1991 Seat Toledo vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 144 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
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, 1991 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Toledo | Commodore |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |