1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 27 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, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 570 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 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantula | TT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
