1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
