1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantula | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
