1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Marcos Mantula | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mantula | C |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |