1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo 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 138 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |