1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban. 1982 GMC Suburban 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. 1982 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | GMC | Marcos |
| Model | Suburban | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |
