1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 26 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 692 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2010 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantula | Eos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
