1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 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 82 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 420 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantula | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
