1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga. 2012 Citroen C5 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. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Malaga | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
