1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1995 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Saloon 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 108 more horse power than 1995 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Saloon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1995 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | Mantara | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
