2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 920 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | CR-V | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
