1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-7 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
