1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1810 mm |
