1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 21 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | Mantara | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
