1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantara | TF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
