1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
