1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
