1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 396 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Marbella |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |