1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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 80 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 18 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fiesta | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
