1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 855 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Marcos Mantula | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Marcos | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mantula | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |