1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 8 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 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 342 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Marcos | Holden |
| Model | Mantara | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
