1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1296 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.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | Marbella | Charger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3053 mm |
