1986 Renault 21 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
