1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Proton Saloon 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 115 more horse power than 1988 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1988 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | Mantara | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
