1993 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 953 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Seat | Buick |
Model | Marbella | Regal |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2738 mm |