1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 21 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), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 706 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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Marbella | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
