1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1984 Marcos Mantula is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | CX | Mantula |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |