1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1980 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mini MK IV 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 156 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mini MK IV, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1980 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Marcos | Mini |
| Model | Mantula | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
