1996 Nissan Crew vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Crew weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Crew | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Crew | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
