1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 295 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.
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 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Prairie | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
