1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Cutlass | Marbella |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |