1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Berlina | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
