1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Challenger | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
