1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer 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 95 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercury |
| Model | Mantara | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
