2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Cadillac | Marcos |
| Model | STS | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
