1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | Mantara | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
