1989 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 432 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, 2012 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Seat Marbella | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Marbella | Stream |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
