1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 14 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mantula | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
