1970 Buick GS vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Buick | Marcos |
Model | GS | Mantula |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |