2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1985 Seat Malaga

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 785 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.

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2009 Hyundai Tucson 1985 Seat Malaga
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Tucson Malaga
Year Released 2009 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 67.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2450 mm