1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
