1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 646 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, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Superb |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
