2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
Model | Corvette | Mantula |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |