1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 555 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 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Malaga | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Malaga | Hilux |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |