2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
