2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 14 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 734 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1988 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1988 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Am | Marbella |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |