1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 18 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 515 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 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 1992 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | CX | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
