1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 339 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1462 mm |
