1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mantara | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
