1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 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 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 402 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
