1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 18 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) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Marcos | Tata |
| Model | Mantula | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
