1994 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 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, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | T5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1910 mm |
