1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
