2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Caliber | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
