1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, 2003 MG ZT is newer by 5 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2003 MG ZT | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantara | ZT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
