1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3162 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |