1987 Seat Marbella vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 295 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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Seat Marbella | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marbella | Parati |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
