1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 865 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 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |