1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
