1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 912 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 1984 Buick LeSabre 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 1984 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 1984 Buick LeSabre 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. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LeSabre | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
