1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra 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 59 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 573 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Vectra |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
