1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1987 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1987 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
