2006 Renault Espace vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1987 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 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |
