1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 420 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 928 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
