1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Seat Marbella | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Marbella | 240 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
