1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 566 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 1983 Opel Rekord 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
