2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 13 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 187 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Daewoo | Marcos |
| Model | Lanos | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
