1989 Seat Marbella vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 766 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1989 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1989 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Marbella | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
