1989 Seat Marbella vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 72 kg more than 1989 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, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Seat Marbella | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | Golf |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |