1994 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 772 kg more than 1994 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 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Eos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
