1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Malaga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Malaga would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Malaga | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
