2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 17 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 585 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Diamante | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
