1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA weights approximately 246 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1255 mm |
