1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Morgan |
| Model | Mantara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
