1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 618 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
