1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 16 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mantara | Spark |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
