1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 15 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
