1993 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 411 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
