1990 Seat Marbella vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marbella | Astro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
