1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1994 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Seville | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
