1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 851 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 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, 2013 Volvo C70, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Marcos Mantula | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Marcos | Volvo |
Model | Mantula | C70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |