2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Sprinter | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
