1994 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 18 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 471 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, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | GTI |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1501 mm |