1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Ford E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Marbella | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2619 mm |
