1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 377 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Copperhead 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 1998 Dodge Copperhead. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Copperhead | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
