1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Serena | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
