1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1630 mm |
