1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 322 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sunny | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sunny | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
