1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 127 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
