1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 15 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mantara | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1476 mm |
