1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella.
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, 2010 Ford E-350 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Marbella | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2619 mm |
