1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 71 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 185 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, 1994 Rover 200, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Marcos | Rover |
| Model | Mantula | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
