2002 Renault Clio vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 12 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 730 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 2002 Renault Clio 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 2002 Renault Clio. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
