2006 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1984 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 1984 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1984 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1984 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Civic | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
