1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marbella | RVR |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
