1992 Marcos Mantula vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 371 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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Marcos Mantula | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Marcos | Kia |
| Model | Mantula | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
