1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 869 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Antara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
