1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 975 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | Mantara | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
