1991 Seat Marbella vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Marbella | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marbella | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
