1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 19 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1240 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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2009 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2009 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Seat | Chrysler |
| Model | Marbella | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |
