1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | 190 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
