1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Viper | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
