1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 137 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantara | R2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
