1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 656 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |