1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (147 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
