2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 502 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Sunfire | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
