1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Senator |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
