1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1987 Nissan Cedric 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 598 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.
Because 1987 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Cedric | Marbella |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |