1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 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 73 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | 1609 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
