1999 Opel Omega vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 9 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1036 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.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
