1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 23 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1482 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Marbella | Terracan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |