1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 116 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | Mantula | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
