1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 14 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, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 524 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Marcos | Kia |
Model | Mantara | Optima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1455 mm |