1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Marcos | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mantara | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
