1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio 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) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
