1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 23 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Marcos Mantula | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mantula | SLK |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |