1977 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 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 105 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 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, 1977 Audi 100, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | 100 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
