1998 Holden Nova vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Nova | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
