1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 1203 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2012 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Seat | Lincoln |
| Model | Marbella | MKS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2868 mm |
