1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 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 111 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantula | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
