1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Applause | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
