1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 36 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 784 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | MPV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
