1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
