1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. 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 128 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Renault Express, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantula | Express |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
