1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Marbella weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Sprint | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
