1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 340 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantula | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
