1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX 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 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 720 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 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 1998 Subaru SVX 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 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantula | SVX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
