1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 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 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dakota | Marbella |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |