1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Marcos | Opel |
Model | Mantara | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |