2005 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 328 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 Honda Civic, 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Civic | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
