1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 959 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Frontera | Marbella |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |