1988 Lada Samara vs. 1991 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Seat Marbella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1991 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
