1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 107 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Micra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
