1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 42 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |
