1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 264 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volvo 264 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 1975 Volvo 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1975 Volvo 264 (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Marbella | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Marbella | 264 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
