1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 865 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
