1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 15 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Opel Agila, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantula | Agila |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 41 L |
