1976 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Seat Malaga has manual transmission. 1985 Seat Malaga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Electra | Malaga |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |