1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Malaga | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Malaga | Sienna |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |