2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Terracan | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
