1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 806 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Camaro | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
