1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 549 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
