1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 403 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Beetle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1486 mm |