1995 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 410 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 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
