1993 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Marbella |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |