1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 11 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 55 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantula | TF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
