1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 19 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Sandero weights approximately 221 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, 2011 Renault Sandero, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantula | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 161 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
