2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Astro | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |
