1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1360 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantula | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
