2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 24 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 870 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Seat Malaga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Captiva | Malaga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
