1989 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.
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, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
