1998 Seat Marbella vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 216 kg more than 1998 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, 1984 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Marbella | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Marbella | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
