1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 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 76 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 739 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantula | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
