1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1475 mm |
