1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 3 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 143 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Marcos | Acura |
| Model | Mantara | EL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1394 mm |
