1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 24 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1098 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 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marbella | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2707 mm |
