1982 Citroen LN vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN 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 138 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 176 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Citroen LN, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | LN | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
