2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 23 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 2007 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula. 2007 Cadillac DTS 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. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Cadillac | Marcos |
| Model | DTS | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
