1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 305 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 Opel Tigra, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantula | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
