1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 825 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Seat Marbella | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Marbella | Tucson |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2639 mm |