1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula 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 115 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. 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, 1985 Peugeot 309, 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) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (115 Nm). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | Mantula | 309 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
