1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
