1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
