1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 8 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 88 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 30 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, 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) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Applause | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
