1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 963 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | VIP | Marbella |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |