1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | Mantara | 309 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
