1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1987 Mazda 626 and 1987 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 440 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 626 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |