1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 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 131 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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, 1996 Peugeot 106, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | Mantula | 106 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
