1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 499 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 Mazda MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MX-6 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
