1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Marbella | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
