1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Marbella | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Marbella | 480 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
