1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1603 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Marbella | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
