1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | Praktik |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
