1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 505 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | B |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
