2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 4 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Marcos Mantula. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | GMC | Marcos |
| Model | Canyon | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
