1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 11 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1065 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Venture | Marbella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |