1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 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 8 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 367 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta 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, 1987 Lancia Delta 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Delta | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
