2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 455 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
