2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 76 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 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 1992 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fiesta | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
