1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 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 78 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 18 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
