1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Seat Marbella weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1993 Donkervoort D8 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 1993 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
| Model | D8 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
