1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 893 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2013 Toyota Avalon 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Seat Marbella | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Marbella | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2820 mm |
