1988 Audi V8 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | V8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
