1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara 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 48 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
