1991 Seat Toledo vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 41 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Malaga |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |