1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 21 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 567 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marbella | T5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3410 mm |
