1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 2039 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.
Because 2010 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2010 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1988 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1988 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Seat | Lexus |
| Model | Marbella | LX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
