1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
