1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 870 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1987 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LeSabre | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2170 mm |
