1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 841 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Seat Marbella | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Marbella | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |