1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 18 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 704 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Marbella | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
