1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 429 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.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2000 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Seat | Plymouth |
Model | Marbella | Neon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |