1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 571 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Scorpio | Marbella |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |