1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada 2107 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 1987 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 2107 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
