2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 82 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 391 kg more 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | Xsara | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
