1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1120 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
