2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 933 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Lucerne | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
