1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Malaga | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Malaga | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |