1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 12 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1495 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 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Seat |
| Model | Silver Spur | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
