1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 15 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
