1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 710 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Marbella | 3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2639 mm |