1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 12 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, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | Mantara | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
