1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1989 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1989 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Blazer | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
