1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 12 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | Mantara | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
