1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 190 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
