1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Rover 420
To start off, 1998 Rover 420 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Rover 420. (87 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 420 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 420. (184 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Rover 420 | |
| Make | Marcos | Rover |
| Model | Mantara | 420 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1189 kg |
