1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 595 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 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2002 Toyota RAV4 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. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Marbella | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
