1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 3 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 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1987 Renault 21, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantula | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 176 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 | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
