1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, both 1992 Hyundai Sonata and 1992 Marcos Mantula were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 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 1992 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
Model | Sonata | Mantula |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |