1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
