2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2004 Cadillac Catera 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 2004 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2004 Cadillac Catera 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. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Catera | Marbella |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |