1994 Seat Marbella vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Marbella | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marbella | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
