1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Marcos Mantula | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | Mantula | Armada |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 106 L |