1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 948 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.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2008 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Marbella | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |