1994 Honda Today vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 2 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 126 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1994 Honda Today, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Today 1992 Marcos Mantula
Make Honda Marcos
Model Today Mantula
Year Released 1994 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3945 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4550 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1590 mm


 

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